Stormwater Infrastructure Engineer

Broadbean ATS; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

14 weeks paid parental leave

2 weeks personal leave

4 weeks annual leave

Long Service Leave after five years

Ongoing training and development

Fitness Passport

Healthy Employee Program

Job summary

Maitland City Council is seeking an experienced Stormwater Infrastructure Engineer to provide specialist engineering expertise in the management of stormwater drainage infrastructure, and local catchment flooding across the Maitland Local Government Area.

You will lead investigations, modelling, and technical assessments to inform Council's infrastructure planning and asset management decisions, working closely with Council's Civil Maintenance team to deliver practical solutions.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in stormwater drainage management or related field.
• Experience with drainage and flooding analysis and catchment modelling.
• Ability to interpret complex technical information and provide practical solutions.
• Knowledge of floodplain management principles and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate stormwater drainage investigations including site inspections and catchment analysis.
• Perform computer-based modelling and technical assessments to inform planning decisions.
• Provide expert advice on stormwater, drainage and localised flooding matters across multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to risk management and prioritisation of drainage capital works.

Skills

Stormwater drainage management

Catchment modelling

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Civil Engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Stormwater modelling software

Flood modelling software

Job description

Maitland City Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Stormwater Infrastructure Engineer to provide specialist engineering expertise in the management of stormwater drainage infrastructure, and local catchment flooding across the Maitland Local Government Area.

In this role, you will lead and coordinate stormwater drainage investigations including site inspections, catchment analysis, computer based modelling, and technical assessments that inform Council's infrastructure planning and asset management decisions. You will work closely with Council's Civil Maintenance department providing expert advice on stormwater, drainage and localised flooding matters. Your work outputs will contribute to risk management practices and also support the prioritisation and delivery of drainage improvement initiatives including capital works projects.

About you

The ideal candidate will hold tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related discipline and possess demonstrated experience in stormwater drainage management or a related engineering field.

You will have experience undertaking drainage and flooding analysis and catchment modelling, together with the ability to interpret complex technical information and provide practical engineering solutions. Experience using stormwater and flood modelling software, as well as knowledge of floodplain management principles and relevant legislation, will be highly regarded.

You will be a collaborative professional with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, capable of providing expert technical advice whilst working effectively across multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes for the community.

Benefits

This is a full-time, permanent role working a 35-hour week, with a base salary range of $116,437 - $129,245 per year + Motor Vehicle Allowance + allowances + 12% super.

• Flexible work arrangements
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• 2 weeks' personal leave & 4 weeks of annual leave
• One extra week of "My Leave" a year (to use how you like!)
• Long Service Leave after five years
• Ongoing training and development
• Fitness Passport
• Healthy Employee Program

Questions:

If after reading the role charter you have any questions, please contact Brendon Moran - Manager Transport and Infrastructure Engineering on 02 4934 9***

Applications close: Sunday 20 September

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive, supportive and reflective of the diverse community we serve. We promote equal opportunities for all employees and encourage applications from people of all cultures, backgrounds, identities and abilities.

We believe every employee has the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any accessibility requirements or require adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know how we can support you.

If you require assistance or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact us for a confidential discussion at ***********@maitland.nsw.gov.au.